The sermon centers on the biblical concept of the 'blessed hope'—the confident expectation of Christ's glorious return, not as a mere possibility but as a sure and steadfast anchor for the soul, grounded in the eternal truth of God's Word. It emphasizes that this hope is not rooted in fleeting earthly circumstances, religious rituals, or human effort, but in the divine person and work of Jesus Christ, who is both 'our great God and Savior,' affirming His deity and exclusive role as the only means of salvation. The hope is characterized by its unshakable foundation, its power to sustain believers through suffering and persecution, and its ultimate fulfillment in Christ's imminent return, which will bring final redemption, the resurrection of the saints, and the establishment of His eternal kingdom. The preacher calls listeners to examine their own hearts, urging them not to settle for superficial religious experiences, but to possess a living, personal faith in Christ that endures through trials and fuels joyful anticipation of His coming, warning that without this hope, eternity is marked by irreversible despair.

This Resurrection Sunday message celebrated the victory of Jesus Christ over sin and death and brought the series The Murder of Jesus to its triumphant conclusion. Drawing from Matthew 28:5–6 and Acts 2:23, the sermon declared that the crucified Savior did not remain in the grave. Though Christ was condemned by wicked hands according to God's sovereign plan, the resurrection proved that death could not hold the innocent Son of God.First, the message affirmed the reality of the resurrection. The angel's announcement at the empty tomb—"He is not here: for he is risen, as he said"—reminds believers that the resurrection is not symbolic or poetic language but a historical event. The risen Christ is the foundation of the Christian faith, confirming the truth of His identity and the reliability of His promises.Second, the sermon emphasized the reversal of the verdict. The religious and political leaders condemned Jesus to death, believing they had silenced Him forever. However, the resurrection overturned their judgment and publicly vindicated Christ as the righteous Son of God. The empty tomb declares that the sacrifice of the cross was accepted and that the power of sin and death has been defeated.Finally, the message proclaimed the reign of the risen King. The resurrection was not merely the end of the story of suffering but the beginning of Christ's exaltation and lordship. The One who was crucified now reigns with authority, calling all people to faith, repentance, and allegiance to Him.The message concluded with a personal challenge: Is He risen in you? The resurrection calls every person not only to believe that Christ rose from the dead but to experience new life.

A new MP3 sermon from Still Waters Revival Books is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Thoughts on Religious Experience #18

Subtitle: Religious Experience

Speaker: Archibald Alexander

Broadcaster: Still Waters Revival Books

Event: Audiobook

Date: 10/13/2008

Bible: Jeremiah 49:11; Lamentations 3:33

Length: 20 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Still Waters Revival Books is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Thoughts on Religious Experience #17

Subtitle: Religious Experience

Speaker: Archibald Alexander

Broadcaster: Still Waters Revival Books

Event: Audiobook

Date: 10/7/2008

Bible: Romans 12:18; Hebrews 12:14

Length: 72 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Still Waters Revival Books is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Thoughts on Religious Experience #16

Subtitle: Religious Experience

Speaker: Archibald Alexander

Broadcaster: Still Waters Revival Books

Event: Audiobook

Date: 10/1/2008

Bible: Philippians 3:8; 1 Corinthians 10:13

Length: 71 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Still Waters Revival Books is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Thoughts on Religious Experience #15

Subtitle: Religious Experience

Speaker: Archibald Alexander

Broadcaster: Still Waters Revival Books

Event: Audiobook

Date: 9/30/2008

Bible: Acts 20:35; Luke 2:37

Length: 64 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Still Waters Revival Books is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Thoughts on Religious Experience #14

Subtitle: Religious Experience

Speaker: Archibald Alexander

Broadcaster: Still Waters Revival Books

Event: Audiobook

Date: 9/24/2008

Bible: Psalm 23:4; 1 Corinthians 10:13

Length: 64 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Still Waters Revival Books is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Thoughts on Religious Experience #13

Subtitle: Religious Experience

Speaker: Archibald Alexander

Broadcaster: Still Waters Revival Books

Event: Audiobook

Date: 9/23/2008

Bible: 2 Peter 1:10; 2 Corinthians 6:2

Length: 74 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Still Waters Revival Books is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Thoughts on Religious Experience #12

Subtitle: Religious Experience

Speaker: Archibald Alexander

Broadcaster: Still Waters Revival Books

Event: Audiobook

Date: 9/22/2008

Bible: 2 Timothy 4:6-8; 2 Peter 1:13-14

Length: 66 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Still Waters Revival Books is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Thoughts on Religious Experience #11

Subtitle: Religious Experience

Speaker: Archibald Alexander

Broadcaster: Still Waters Revival Books

Event: Audiobook

Date: 9/16/2008

Bible: Hebrews 3:12; 1 Corinthians 10:12

Length: 71 min.